During the warmer months, some horses develop signs of respiratory irritation such as a runny nose, snorting, sneezing, or persistent “snuffling.” When these symptoms occur without infection or fever, they often resemble hay fever in humans rather than illness.

Australia has experienced some of the worst forest and bush fires on record in the last ten years. As a result the skies can be filled with smoke, ash, dust and debris. Our animals tend to live, or spend more time outdoors, and may not have any respite from the poor quality air.